Blog: Pedestrian Accident

Walking around California’s busy streets can be fun, but it’s not always safe. Cars, bikes, and even scooters zoom by, and sometimes accidents happen. If a vehicle hits you while you’re walking, it can be scary and confusing. You might get hurt, have doctor bills, or feel worried about what to do next. At Banafshe ...

Top Pedestrian Accident Lawyers: Get the Compensation You Deserve The Reality of Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrian accidents happen fast and leave behind physical and emotional damage. Pedestrian accidents happen for many reasons: low light, distracted or impaired driving, and more. If you or someone you love was hit while walking, you’re dealing with medical bills, pain ...

Pedestrian accidents are more common than many people realize. Despite laws and other efforts to keep pedestrians safe, these accidents occur with alarming frequency and often end tragically. If you have suffered a pedestrian accident, a pedestrian accident attorney can help you understand your options.  What Makes California Pedestrian Accidents Unique  The most common type ...

Last year, the well-known American actor Orson Bean was killed in a pedestrian crash in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Venice. That same day, another older gentleman was also killed in a pedestrian accident involving two vehicles. And in 2019 alone, it was reported that nearly half of all fatalities connected to car accidents involved ...

Pedestrian accidents often involve careless drivers who fail to heed local traffic ordinances and yield for pedestrians at right-of-ways. While Los Angeles has become an increasingly walkable city as more of its urban neighborhoods continue to grow, the influx of people walking on the streets and driving on the roads creates an increased risk of ...